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Social Stories

Children with autism struggle with social skills.

The long held notion that individuals with autism spectrum
disorders lack an interest in social interactions is often
inaccurate.

Many individuals with ASD do indeed desire social involvement,
but lack the necessary skills to interact effectively.

This lack of “know-how” could also lead to feelings of
social anxiety in some children.

For individuals with autism, it often results in the avoidance
of social situations, and subsequently, the development of
social skill deficits.

Children with autism need to be taught social skills.

One of the most widely respected authors in this field is
Carol Gray.

She has devised the concept of "social stories" to help
autistic children in this area.

Autistic children need to understand what may happen in
social situations so that they are prepared, and do not
become overwhelmed or withdraw from social settings.

Social stories provide children with autism a manner of
improving their social skills and understanding what is
expected of them in social situations.

Social Stories also give individuals some perspective
on the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors of others.

Social stories also present information on social situations
in a structured and consistent manner.

Because Social Stories occur in a discrete teaching
situation without the stresses of the social situation,
they give the child a chance to practice the skills
often and in a safe environment.

To help people learn about social stories Carol filmed a DVD
of an actual workshop that she gave all about social stories.

If you want to learn more about the DVD click the blue link below
that says Social Stories.

Social Stories

In the DVD Carol explains the background to her concept and
directs the audience through exercises where they can write
their own social stories.

In the DVD, you are told to pause the video while you
complete the exercise and then continue when you are done.

You can complete this workshop at your own pace.

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